I truly love writing… most of the time. But it is like exercise, it is something that has to be done regularly (if you are an aspiring writer) and it is not always enjoyable. Last week was hard for me. All it takes is one emotional blow or a bad day at work and the last thing I want to do is sit down and get my daily writing done. It can easily become an internal fight.
Read moreSmall Town USA
Sometimes when I describe where I’m from it sounds more like a fairy tale or something out of an antique novel. While I may make fun of the confederate flags, poor fashion sense and the radio station that plays the same music it was playing when I was in high school, it is, very much, like a fairy tale.
Read moreZucchini Ricotta Pasta
Our previous dinner party was sooo well organized compared to this last one. The menu was chosen days ahead of time. Groceries were in the fridge and the food was prepped the night before. That is the key; plan everything at least two week in advance with shopping dates and food prep schedules.
Read moreGeocaching Adventure
With my brother Dominic being deaf and only 15, finding activities that everyone enjoyed during his visit was challenging. We spent most of the weekend taking photos, it became a visual middle ground that mitigated some of language barriers.
Read moreRoasted Tomatoes + Polenta
Now that I'm back to being a Vegetarian, I'm experimenting with different dishes. I'm still not going for supreme culinary excellence here. The perfect food venture for me is quick and easy, with a touch of class.
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